Ezekiel 2:2

And the spirit entered into me when he spake unto me, and set me upon my feet, that I heard him that spake unto me.

And the spirit {H7307} entered {H935} into me when he spake {H1696} unto me, and set {H5975} me upon my feet {H7272}, that I heard {H8085} him that spake {H1696} unto me.

As he spoke to me, a spirit entered me and put me on my feet, and I heard him who was speaking to me.

And as He spoke to me, the Spirit entered me and set me on my feet, and I heard Him speaking to me.

And the Spirit entered into me when he spake unto me, and set me upon my feet; and I heard him that spake unto me.

Commentary

Ezekiel 2:2 marks a pivotal moment in the prophet Ezekiel's commissioning, transitioning from a state of overwhelmed awe to readiness for divine service. Following his profound vision of God's glory and the heavenly throne chariot in the previous chapter, Ezekiel had fallen on his face in reverence and fear (Ezekiel 1:28).

Context

This verse immediately follows Ezekiel's initial overwhelming encounter with God's majesty. Living among the Jewish exiles in Babylon, Ezekiel was called to be a prophet to a rebellious people. His previous prostration demonstrated his humility and the immense weight of the divine presence. Here, God's Spirit acts to prepare him physically and spiritually for the demanding task ahead, enabling him to stand and receive direct instruction regarding his prophetic mission.

Key Themes

  • Divine Empowerment: The phrase "the spirit entered into me" highlights the essential role of God's Holy Spirit in equipping individuals for divine service. It's not human ability but divine enablement that qualifies Ezekiel for his prophetic ministry. This empowerment is crucial for any who would serve God, demonstrating that true spiritual work flows from God's own power.
  • Readiness for Service: Being "set me upon my feet" signifies a transformation from prostration and awe to a posture of readiness, attentiveness, and capacity to stand before God. It's a symbolic act of restoration and preparation for active duty, enabling him to receive the subsequent divine command and deliver God's message without hesitation.
  • Hearing and Understanding: The ultimate purpose of the Spirit's entry and Ezekiel's restoration is "that I heard him that spake unto me." This emphasizes the vital importance of spiritual hearing and comprehension when God communicates. The Spirit opens the ears of understanding, allowing the prophet to grasp the depth and significance of the divine message, which a natural ear might not perceive (Isaiah 50:4).

Linguistic Insights

The Hebrew word for "spirit" here is ruach (Χ¨Χ•ΦΌΧ—Φ·), which encompasses meanings like wind, breath, and spirit. In this context, it unequivocally refers to the Spirit of God, indicating a powerful, life-giving, and empowering divine force. The action "set me upon my feet" (he'emidanΔ« al raglay) implies being made to stand firmly and purposefully, contrasting with his previous state of collapse. This same action of the Spirit setting Ezekiel on his feet is repeated later in his prophetic journey, underscoring its significance for his ongoing ministry and ability to receive divine revelation (Ezekiel 3:24).

Practical Application

Ezekiel 2:2 offers timeless lessons for believers today. Just as God's Spirit empowered Ezekiel, so too does the Holy Spirit equip believers for their callings and ministries. We are often overwhelmed by life's circumstances or by the majesty of God, but the Spirit enables us to rise, listen, and obey. This verse encourages us to cultivate a posture of spiritual readiness, seeking the Spirit's enablement to truly hear God's voice and understand His will for our lives, preparing us to carry out His instructions in a world that desperately needs His message.

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Cross-References

  • Ezekiel 3:24

    Then the spirit entered into me, and set me upon my feet, and spake with me, and said unto me, Go, shut thyself within thine house.

  • Ezekiel 3:12

    Then the spirit took me up, and I heard behind me a voice of a great rushing, [saying], Blessed [be] the glory of the LORD from his place.

  • Numbers 11:25

    And the LORD came down in a cloud, and spake unto him, and took of the spirit that [was] upon him, and gave [it] unto the seventy elders: and it came to pass, [that], when the spirit rested upon them, they prophesied, and did not cease.

  • Numbers 11:26

    But there remained two [of the] men in the camp, the name of the one [was] Eldad, and the name of the other Medad: and the spirit rested upon them; and they [were] of them that were written, but went not out unto the tabernacle: and they prophesied in the camp.

  • Daniel 8:18

    Now as he was speaking with me, I was in a deep sleep on my face toward the ground: but he touched me, and set me upright.

  • Judges 13:25

    And the Spirit of the LORD began to move him at times in the camp of Dan between Zorah and Eshtaol.

  • Nehemiah 9:30

    Yet many years didst thou forbear them, and testifiedst against them by thy spirit in thy prophets: yet would they not give ear: therefore gavest thou them into the hand of the people of the lands.
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